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Police Explorers

The main function of the Kingman Police Department Explorer Post 47 is to allow young adults to observe and learn law enforcement procedures through meetings, ride-alongs, special events, hands-on training and community policing projects. Kingman Police Explorer Post 47 is a para-military organization, which follows strict dress code and grooming standards. Kingman Police Explorers are instilled with respect, integrity and professionalism through the program’s advisors who are all Kingman Police Department Staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

How old do you have to be to become an explorer?

You have to be 14-21 years of age or have completed 8th grade.

How much does it cost?

The Kingman Police Explorer Program will provide you with a polo shirt and kaki BDU pants for the first six months. After six months of active participation in the Kingman Police Explorer Program you will be issued a Kingman Police Explorer uniform, badge, name tag, whistle chain, whistle and duty belt with flashlight holder, belt keepers and handcuff case. The only cost to the Kingman Police Explorer would be your all-black leather polished boots (average cost of $25 to $60).

Can explorers take any law enforcement action?

No! Explorers are not police officers and they have no police authority. However the Kingman Police Explorer Program teaches skills that are necessary to become a successful and productive member of the Law Enforcement Community in the future.

How often do the explorers meet?

We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 1830 hours (6:30pm) at the Kingman Police Department. The Kingman Police Explorer Officers meet the same nights at 1800 hours (6:00pm)

What types of things does an explorer learn at a meeting?

Explorers learn basic police procedures, such as building searches, crime scene management, fire arms training, first aid, CPR, self defense, evidence handling, community policing, traffic stops, radio communication, dispatch, report writing, and many other aspects of law enforcement. Explorers also learn other life skills such as how to get a job, responsibility, self respect, working well as a team, leadership and learning to cope with difficult situations.

How can a person become an explorer?

Prospective Kingman Police Explorer Candidates may pick up a Kingman Police Explorer Application at the Kingman Police Department, which is located at 2730 East Andy Devine Avenue. Each applicant must completely fill out the application.

The Kingman Police Explorer Applicant will then have to pass a background investigation and be clear of any major criminal and traffic offenses within the last five years.

If you have any questions regarding your eligibility you may contact the Kingman Police Department at 753-2191

Is it fun?

Yes! The Kingman Police Explorer Program is definitely rewarding and fun. There are inter-departmental competitions, and the Mohave Countywide Explorer Academy is in the process of being started. Special academies that only a few explorers are ever able to attend like the FBI, Military Police, Drug Enforcement Agency and U.S. Marshals Explorer Academies. There are also Nation Wide Explorer Competitions all over the country that we are able to participate and compete in! There are also grants that are available only to Law Enforcement Explorers through the Kingman Police Department.